Making Screen Recordings Accessible (Captions & More)

Add captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions to make screen recordings accessible to everyone. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk through everything you need to know about making screen recordings accessible captions & more.

Why This Matters

Screen recording has become an essential tool for professionals, educators, and content creators. Whether you're creating tutorials, documenting bugs, or communicating with remote teammates, knowing how to effectively screen recording accessibility can save hours of back-and-forth communication.

Quick Overview

Before diving in, here's what you'll learn:

• The best approaches for screen recording accessibility
• Step-by-step instructions you can follow today
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Pro tips from experienced users

Essential Tips

Whether you're a beginner or experienced with screen recording, these tips will help you create better, more professional recordings every time.

Before You Record

• Clean your desktop: Close unnecessary windows and hide personal bookmarks
• Silence notifications: Turn on Do Not Disturb to avoid interruptions
• Plan your flow: Know what you'll show before hitting record
• Test your audio: Do a quick 10-second test to check levels and clarity

While Recording

• Speak naturally: Conversational tone works better than scripted delivery
• Move slowly: Give viewers time to follow your cursor and read content
• Narrate your actions: Explain what you're doing and why
• Keep it focused: One topic per recording keeps things clear and rewatchable

After Recording

• Trim the start/end: Remove the "clicking record" and "clicking stop" moments
• Choose the right format: MP4 for universal compatibility, WebM for web
• Add context: Include a title and brief description when sharing
• Track engagement: Use analytics to see if your recordings are being watched